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Hinsdale Chamber Leader Passes Torch
She led the chamber into "a thriving force for growth and success," according to a village resolution.
HINSDALE, IL – The Hinsdale Chamber of Commerce's longtime leader has retired, passing the torch to another person in the organization.
Eva Field has worked for the group since 2004 and became the president and CEO in 2008. Replacing her is Amanda Wagner, the chamber's marketing director.
At Tuesday's Village Board meeting, Field was honored for her service, with Village President Tom Cauley reading a resolution praising her.
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The document states that Field left "an indelible mark on our community" and that she led the chamber into "a thriving force for growth and success."
The chamber now has more than 300 members and is in its 100th year, according to the resolution.
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As she fought back tears, Field said the resolution was an honor. She described the village's relationship with the chamber as "outstanding."
"I could never have asked for anything more except moving forward into this future," she said.
In Elmhurst, the local chamber's president and CEO recently stepped down after a quarter century.
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